Bee sting leaves an acid which causes pain and irritation. The acid re

Bee sting leaves an acid which causes pain and irritation. The acid released is

[amp_mcq option1=”tartaric acid” option2=”citric acid” option3=”ethanoic acid” option4=”methanoic acid” correct=”option4″]

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The correct answer is methanoic acid.

Bee sting venom contains several substances, including formic acid, which is also known as methanoic acid (HCOOH). This acid is primarily responsible for the pain and irritation experienced from a bee sting.

While bee venom contains various components, including peptides and enzymes, formic acid is the key acidic component causing the immediate stinging sensation. Wasp stings, in contrast, are alkaline.

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